Condolences and Reflections for
Nicholas Bourdakis, 20, UCSB student from Contra Costa
County;
Christopher Divis, 20, UCSB student from Vista;
Ruth Levy, 20, Santa Barbara City College student from San
Rafael;
Elie Israel, 27, from San Francisco
"4 new Angels in Heaven way too soon..."
words fail. god bless the families of the victims and residents of isla vista. let something beautiful emerge from the darkness of this incident as we are shown how precious life really is.. and how fragile.
Clare <clarenisbet@hotmail.com>
Isla Vista, CA USA - Wednesday, March 14, 2001 at 06:19:06 (PST)
This tragedy will linger in our hearts and minds forever. This senseless loss cannot be understood. I hope you can find peace someday. I am so sorry for your loss.
marie coval
san fran, Carmel, CA, 93923 USA - Sunday, March 11, 2001 at 10:21:02 (PST)
As a native Santa Barbara resident, I was both shocked and appalled at the horrific tragedy that occurred two weeks ago. I kept thinking it could have been anyone. I can not believe that one impulsive action could take the lives of four beautiful people and seriously injure another, and never in Santa Barbara. I hope that we may all learn from this and realize how important it is to just listen to others, even if it is a stranger. Sometimes all it takes is a helping hand or a shoulder to cry on to make someone feel better. Through the numerous tragedies that have occurred lately, it is imperative that we realize how important it is to treat others with respect, friends or strangers. It was once said that "some people come into our lives and quickly go. Some stay for a while and leave footprints on our heart and we are never ever the same" (Source Unknown). Although I did not personally know anyone involved in this terrible incident, I know that I will never forget them, each was a beautiful person who graced this world with their presence. I am so sorry for the pain we all must endure. My heart goes out to all of you in this difficult time, I love you all!
Alissa <asears@ucsd.edu>
San Diego, CA USA - Thursday, March 08, 2001 at 11:03:49 (PST)
My thought and prayers are with all of the victims families and too all the EMS Professionals that did all they could do at this tragic scene My heart also goes to all the innocent bystanders that had to witness such a horrible scene I pray to The good Lord that he didnt take my precious sister Vanessa Dern who was there that night and witnessed theterrible accident which she will never ever forget and will live with the rest of her life
Godbless to all.
veronica <wild2qhorses@netscape.net>
smartsville, ca USA - Wednesday, March 07, 2001 at 21:50:46 (PST)
There are no words to express the pain and sorrow we feel. Elie and Molly found happiness and true love that most of us only hope for.In an instant their hopes and dreams were shattered. I will never forget Elie's smile. He smiled from his heart. We will never know why this happened or why these beautiful young people were taken from us. I know that I am a better person becuase Elie touched my life. To the family and friends of Ruthie, Chris and Nick, you are in my prayers. God bless all of us.
Nancy (Molly's Mom)
Cincinnati, OH USA - Wednesday, March 07, 2001 at 18:00:27 (PST)
Elie was my sister's long time boyfriend and I feel as though I have lost a brother. To the other victim's families I would like to give my condolences and even though I do not know all of your pain. We are all grieving in someway from this targic accident.
Kate <MKWellmann@zoomtown.com>
Cincinnati, OH USA - Wednesday, March 07, 2001 at 17:43:29 (PST)
Peace be with you.
Rosemary
USA - Wednesday, March 07, 2001 at 15:06:16 (PST)
As a recent UCSB alum (December 1999) and IV resident for 5 years, I wish to send my sympathies to the families and friends of those killed in this tragedy. We all grieve for your horrible and unfair loss.
Cami W <cami1@earthlink.net>
Los Angeles, CA USA - Tuesday, March 06, 2001 at 11:45:03 (PST)
It could have been my brother or my sister. It is strange but at moments it feels like it could be. I can never walk the streets of IV again without remembering these four people and everyone that loves them.
Louisa Spaventa <rubylamb@rubylamb.com>
Austin, TX USA - Sunday, March 04, 2001 at 06:08:26 (PST)
What a tragic loss of potential. I can hardly get through my day without thinking about chris. I took my young kids up to the snow wednesday, and as we caught snow flakes in our hands, and marveled at their beauty, I was overcome by the thought that Chris will never again behold a snowflake. All that would be is now gone forever, in a random senseless violent act. My daughter attended highschool and ucsb with chris. He was the sweetest, kindest young man. So very intelligent. He treated my daughter the way a mother would want her daughter to be treated. He was loved by many, and now missed by everyone. This entire tragedy has made me hold each of my children tighter, and I am sure to tell all those near and dear to me how much they mean to me each day. My heartfelt sympathies go out to all the families of the young adults.
karen c <decline to state>
vista, CA USA - Saturday, March 03, 2001 at 20:49:25 (PST)
Our prayers go out to all of you, Shary, Art and Bert, our former neighbors in San Rafael, when our girls, your Ruth or "our Ruthie," as we used to call her, and our daughter Lindsay used to play together from the time they were three and five years old. How Ruth loved to dance. They would make up the most creative dances and plays...We will never forget her smile, her sweet, gentle spirit... Love, The Mayers
Anne Mayer <acmayerwriter@hotmail.com>
Dallas, TX USA - Saturday, March 03, 2001 at 07:38:28 (PST)
Our deepest sympathy goes out to all the families who lost loved ones during this tragic moment especially the Levy Family who will be in our prayers for the lost of Ruthie. Our thoughts and prayers are also with Albert for a full recovery of his injuries.
The Bautista Family (Ray, Ellen& Melissa) <bautistar@katewwdb.com>
San Francisco, CA USA - Thursday, March 01, 2001 at 13:02:16 (PST)
I am really sorry for the loss of your loved ones. It was such a senseless act and so very sad. You are all in my thoughts and prayers every day.
Becki
San Diego, CA USA - Wednesday, February 28, 2001 at 19:40:58 (PST)
I cannot express the sympathy that I feel for the victims, friends, family, and all those affected by this terrible, terrible tragedy. My thoughts are with all those who are in pain...
Nina
Petaluma, CA USA - Wednesday, February 28, 2001 at 16:59:49 (PST)
Our condolences go out to all of the families, friends and classmates. Our prayers are with you all. God Bless Mary Frogue
Mary Frogue
Riverside, Ca USA - Tuesday, February 27, 2001 at 21:13:09 (PST)
Our Prayers and thoughts are with all the family, friends, and classmates,
for the loss of these 4 young people. It truly sadden me to hear so sad
news on the TV. They are with the Lord now but much to soon.
Terry
Riverside, CA USA - Tuesday, February 27, 2001 at 03:40:11 (PST)
My deepest condolences to the families, friends, and classmates of these 4 young people. I hope this site may provide some comfort in your time of grief.
Brian Kornegay <oneputt@pacific.net>
Ukiah, CA USA - Tuesday, February 27, 2001 at 00:58:53 (PST)